All media are invited to attend this workshop for photo, video and interview opportunities or to follow up with students in their communities.
“Hit Squad” in training in Peterborough Students from across Ontario in town to fight invasive species
Invasive species pose a growing threat to Ontario’s biodiversity and cause billions of dollars in damage annually. The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (OFAH) and the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) partner to deliver the Invading Species Awareness Program and work to inform and engage the public in using prevention and control measures. Helping the program achieve this important task is the “Invasive Species Hit Squad” which spreads out across Ontario every summer and is in Peterborough this week for a summer boot camp.
More than 20 college and university students are gathering at the OFAH | Mario Cortellucci Hunting & Fishing Heritage Centre for two full days of training that will prepare them to work in their home communities. Over the next few weeks, the students will participate in a variety of local events and presentations, share information and engage local media to help raise awareness about invasive species affecting their communities.
The students are being partnered with over 20 organizations, including conservation authorities, First Nations and non-government organizations, as well as several MNR offices, stewardship councils and the OFAH. The federal Canada Summer Jobs Program is providing funding assistance.
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Invasive species pose a growing threat to Ontario’s biodiversity and cause billions of dollars in damage annually. The 